As advocates on behalf of the LGBTQ+ older adult community, NOAGE is committed to ensuring that all LGBTQ+ older adults can live their best possible lives with the dignity, respect, and good health that they deserve. LGBTQ+ older adults face more barriers to receiving adequate health care and social support than their heterosexual and cisgender peers. They face discrimination, mistreatment, and abuse in long-term care facilities and other healthcare settings. They are also more likely to be impoverished and socially isolated, and they are less likely to have a caretaker. The unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ older adults require a unique response. NOAGE works to increase the cultural competency of healthcare and other service providers through trainings and workshops. NOAGE also provides regular socialization and educational opportunities for LGBTQ+ older adults, including Coffee Talk, Movie Night, Monthly Potluck, Walking Group, Book Club and various other events.